Accountant, Property Management

1. JOB DESCRIPTION

DATE:  June 2026                                                                     REPORTS TO: PM Accounting Manager                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    

TITLE:  Property Management Accountant                                 DEPARTMENT:  Property Management Accounting

STATUS:  Full-time, Monday - Friday 8am–5pm                         EEO CLASS:  Office/Clerical

FLSA CLASS:  Exempt, Salary                                                 SUPERVISES:  n/a

SALARY LEVEL: DOE                                                              LOCATION:  Tempe, Arizona

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OVERVIEW:

Our team at Commercial Properties Inc. (“CPI”) is one of the Valley’s most trusted and respected full-service commercial real estate brokerages, property management and maintenance firms.  We are also the only local member of CORFAC International, an international organization composed of only the top real estate firms in each market.  This unique affiliation provides our clients with global research and exposure. 

Established in 1981, CPI has spent the last 40+ years consistently growing our market share and client base to become a leader in the Phoenix Metro area.  This impressive advancement through both the up and down markets is a testament to the dedication and excellence of the CPI staff and business philosophy.  We are capable, creative, and committed to providing only the very best in customer satisfaction.

Our mission and success over the years has been built on service and teamwork.  We value ethics, integrity, respect, continuous improvement, excellence, teamwork and fun.

We currently represent over 21 million square feet of commercial space for sale and/or lease, and provide property and association management for over 210 properties (industrial, office, medical and retail) totaling more than 12.0 million square feet.  Our role is to represent our clients’ needs in all aspects of buying, selling, owning, leasing, managing and maintaining their commercial real estate assets and/or investments.

DESCRIPTION:

Our fast-paced property management accounting group is looking for a full-time, full-charge Accountant.  In this role, you would perform the general accounting functions within our Property Management division at the Tempe Arizona location.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Apply both cash and accrual accounting principles to prepare, analyze, maintain, and deliver complete and accurate financial statements and reports in compliance with generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP).
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for monthly general ledger closing
• Ensure that expenses, deposits, owner distributions, funding requests and other financial transactions for a given period have been accurately posted
• Participate in all areas of accounts payable, receivable, and weekly check runs, including proper account coding in relation to annual budgets and GL consistency
• Perform bank reconciliations, wire transfers, ACH payments, mortgage payments, sales and property tax payments and owner distributions
• Review and application of annual CAM reconciliations
• Compile and analyze complex financial information to complete various financial, accounting, administrative, and other reports and analysis
• Participate in the “on-boarding” and “off-boarding” of managed properties
• Assist with lease abstract analysis, property software setups, and opening/closing GL entry generation
• Researches and resolves issues or requests from clients or internal team members regarding various accounting issues and/or reports
• Assist with special projects and other assignments as required
• Ensure adherence to policies/procedures, and maintain effective internal controls

SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS / GENERAL COMPETENCIES: 

Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on an equivalent basis

• College degree in accounting, finance, or related field, and/or equivalent experience that demonstrates a thorough understanding, application, and usage of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience 
• Knowledge of commercial property management is a plus
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical, accounting and problem-solving skills
• Effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, take on complex tasks, and take full ownership of work product
• Effective organization and time management abilities
• Professionalism in attitude, appearance, and interaction with others
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Highly trustworthy, reliable, and ethical; demonstrates a positive, professional demeanor
• Must be bondable
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, depending on workload, that may require anywhere from 40 – 45 hours per week M-F (no weekends).  Limited remote work after 90-day orientation period.

COMPUTER SKILLS: 

• Yardi property management software experience is a plus.
• Intermediate to advanced experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS: 

• Salary:  DOE
• Benefits:  Health (PPOs & HSA), FSA, Dental, Vision, Supplemental, 401(k) company match following 6 months of service, Holidays, PTO/Sick time, profit sharing, and other employee discounted programs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to manipulate, handle or feel objects, tools, controls and office equipment.  The employee is frequently required to talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, or crouch.  Several times during the year, the employee may be required to box files and relocate them to various onsite storage areas.  This requires the employee to be able to lift and move boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.

The candidate must be able to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.  CPI is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workforce.

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CPI has the right to modify job descriptions according to business necessity.  Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually for compliance and appropriateness.

This position is not open to sponsorship or paid relocation. This role is not open to placement by external recruitment firms